Warning. Bill numbers and names are based on text-to-speech transcript which may have errors either due to transcription issues, or ad hoc / incomplete language use by committee.
| Bill/Time | Type | Title | Sponsor |
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| Unclear 00:12:27.000 |
General Working Session | Unclear |
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- John Janigian, Chair of Ways and Means Information Only
- John Janigian, the chair of the Ways and Means Committee, welcomed members to the session, noting the diverse backgrounds of the committee. He outlined the primary roles of the committee: generating revenue estimates for the state's biennial budget and reviewing bills related to taxes and fees. He mentioned upcoming meetings on January 13th and 14th to discuss revenue projections with state and outside agencies, emphasizing the committee's critical role in determining state spending.
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- Bill M, Fourth-term Representative from Nashua Information Only
- Bill M introduced himself as a returning member from Nashua, previously on the Ways and Means Committee. He highlighted his background in business, having managed a high-tech company, and expressed his pleasure in returning to serve.
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- Bill Bolton, Second-term Representative Information Only
- Bill Bolton shared his background as a retired state employee who worked in public health and later became the executive director of Transport Central, a nonprofit providing transportation services in the Plymouth area. He also mentioned his experience on his local select board.
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- Fred Ducet, Sixth-term Representative Information Only
- Fred Ducet, starting his sixth term, introduced himself as a former firefighter and paramedic from Salem. He expressed his enthusiasm for working collaboratively on the committee, particularly on revenue estimates.
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- Mary Ford, Career Educator Information Only
- Mary Ford, a career educator, shared her experience in developing and implementing educational programs. She expressed her eagerness to contribute to the committee's work.
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- Jim Tierney, Second-term Representative from Coos County Information Only
- Jim Tierney introduced himself as a veteran of the US Air Force and a former FEMA employee. He mentioned his service on the board of selectmen in Northumberland and his decision not to run for that office again.
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- Scott Brier, Freshman Representative from Northwood Information Only
- Scott Brier, a freshman representative from Northwood, shared his background in accounting and his previous roles in state government, including managing the road toll bureau and serving on the Board of Trustees for the International Fuel Tax Agreement.
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- Thomas Opel, First-term Representative from Canaan, Dorchester, and Orange Information Only
- Thomas Opel introduced himself as a first-term representative with a background in journalism and communications. He mentioned his previous role as Chief of Staff to the Secretary of the Navy and his son's service in the Navy.
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- Mary Murphy, First-term Representative from Deering and Francestown Information Only
- Mary Murphy, a first-term representative, shared her entrepreneurial background, including starting a software company and previously running a wealth management firm. She also mentioned her involvement in her local broadband committee.
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- Spar, Representative Information Only
- Spar introduced himself, highlighting his background in insurance, investment sales, and real estate brokerage. He mentioned his current role as the executive director of an environmental nonprofit.
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- S. Ors, Second-term Representative Information Only
- S. Ors, in his second term, shared his military background and experience as an accountant and auditor. He mentioned his part-time teaching role and his current position as a legislator.
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- Tom Shamberg, Fifth-term Representative from Wilmot and Sutton Information Only
- Tom Shamberg introduced himself as a long-term educator and former mayor. He shared his experience on local boards and committees, expressing his readiness to contribute to the committee's work.
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- Elberger, Second-term Representative Information Only
- Elberger shared his background in sociology and counseling, with experience in addiction treatment. He mentioned his involvement in local government in Massachusetts and his current role in New Hampshire.
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- Dennis Malloy, Fifth-term Representative from Greenland and Rye Information Only
- Dennis Malloy, representing Greenland and Rye, shared his background in journalism and marketing, including running a radio station and fundraising for public television. He mentioned his service on various local boards.
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- Aly, Fifteenth-term Representative Information Only
- Aly, in her 15th term, shared her extensive experience in overseas nonprofit work and her involvement in education funding solutions. She highlighted her role in guiding the state through the Great Recession and her commitment to collaborative work on the committee.
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- Jordan Ulery, Eleventh-term Representative Information Only
- Jordan Ulery introduced himself, mentioning his long tenure on the Ways and Means Committee and his previous work in emergency services and insurance fraud investigation. He emphasized the importance of accurate revenue estimates and the challenges ahead.
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- Julius Sodi, Third-term Representative Information Only
- Julius Sodi, in his third term, shared his background in philosophy, history, and real estate investment. He expressed his readiness to contribute to the committee's work on revenue and taxation.
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- Robin Houston, CEO of the New Hampshire Society of CPAs Information Only
- Robin Houston, CEO of the New Hampshire Society of CPAs, introduced the society's role in maintaining high professional standards and supporting the accounting profession in New Hampshire. She highlighted the society's advocacy, educational partnerships, and professional development initiatives.
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- Joel Albright, CPA Partner at K2N CPAs in Windham Information Only
- Joel Albright discussed the interest and dividends tax, noting its recent repeal. He highlighted the complexity of the tax and suggested that if it were to return, it should be simplified. He also provided insights into the business enterprise tax (BET), explaining its components and how it interacts with the business profits tax (BPT).
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- Corey Reynolds, CPA MST, Principal at Baker Newman Noyes Information Only
- Corey Reynolds explained the New Hampshire business profits tax (BPT), detailing how net profits are calculated and adjusted for state tax purposes. He discussed the compensation deduction, depreciation adjustments, and other factors that affect the tax. He also mentioned various tax credits available to businesses.
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- Kevin Kennedy, CPA CFE ABV, Principal of Maloney and Kennedy Information Only
- Kevin Kennedy addressed the complexities of state taxation for businesses operating in multiple states. He discussed Nexus, apportionment, unitary filing, and the impact of foreign income on New Hampshire's tax system. He highlighted recent changes in tax laws and their potential effects on revenue.